Modern Slavery Statement for Man With Van Farringdon
Man With Van Farringdon is committed to conducting business with integrity, responsibility, and respect for human rights. This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the steps we take to prevent modern slavery, human trafficking, forced labour, and child exploitation in our operations and supply chains. We recognise that zero tolerance is essential, and we expect the same standard from everyone who works with or for us.
Our approach applies to all areas of the business, including moving services, vehicle maintenance, equipment supply, and outsourced support. We aim to ensure that every relationship reflects fair treatment, lawful employment, and ethical practice. As a local removals and transport provider, Man With Van Farringdon understands that even lower-risk sectors must remain alert to hidden exploitation in subcontracting and procurement.
Modern slavery can take many forms, including debt bondage, coercion, deception, and restriction of freedom. To reduce these risks, we assess our operations regularly and promote awareness among staff and managers. The Man With Van Farringdon modern slavery commitment is embedded in recruitment, supplier selection, and day-to-day oversight. We do not accept any arrangement that places workers in unsafe, unfair, or unlawful conditions.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward slavery and trafficking. This means that any suspicion, concern, or evidence of exploitation is treated seriously and investigated without delay. Our policies prohibit the use of forced labour, retained identity documents, unlawful wage deductions, and any form of intimidation. Where concerns are identified, action may include suspension of the relationship, corrective measures, or termination of the contract.
Supplier due diligence is central to the Man With Van Farringdon modern slavery framework. Before engaging suppliers, we review their labour practices, ownership structure, and compliance with employment law. We also conduct supplier audits on a risk-based basis, focusing on contractors and service partners where labour vulnerability may be greater. These audits may include document checks, worker welfare reviews, and confirmation that subcontractors follow the same standards.
We expect suppliers to maintain transparent records and to cooperate fully with audits and assurance requests. If a supplier cannot demonstrate acceptable controls, we may require an improvement plan with clear deadlines. Failure to address serious concerns may result in removal from our approved supplier list. This approach helps us protect workers and uphold the values of Man With Van Farringdon throughout the supply chain.
Training and awareness are important parts of our prevention strategy. Staff involved in procurement, scheduling, and contractor management are encouraged to recognise warning signs such as inconsistent pay information, restricted movement, or reluctance to speak openly. By strengthening awareness, Man With Van Farringdon improves its ability to identify risks early and respond appropriately.
We provide secure reporting channels so that concerns can be raised promptly and in good faith. Reports may be made by employees, contractors, or suppliers through internal management routes or designated safeguarding procedures. We will handle concerns sensitively, protect whistleblowers from retaliation, and investigate each report thoroughly. No one who raises a genuine issue should suffer disadvantage for speaking up.
Our remediation approach focuses on supporting affected individuals and preventing recurrence. Where a risk or incident is confirmed, we work with relevant parties to take corrective action, which may involve improving working conditions, rechecking documentation, increasing supervision, or ending the relationship where necessary. The Man With Van Farringdon statement reflects our commitment to act responsibly and decisively when standards are not met.
Governance and oversight are reviewed at senior level to ensure the policy remains effective. 
We track supplier performance, audit findings, training completion, and any reported concerns to identify patterns and areas for improvement. This helps us understand where additional safeguards are needed and supports consistent enforcement of our anti-slavery expectations across the business.
Each year, Man With Van Farringdon will carry out an annual review of this statement and the measures it supports. The review will consider changes in legislation, operational risks, supplier behaviour, and the effectiveness of our controls. Where necessary, we will update our policies, strengthen monitoring, and refresh training to make sure our response remains relevant and robust.
This statement represents our ongoing commitment to ethical operations, lawful employment, and respect for human dignity. Man With Van Farringdon will continue to improve its checks, reinforce accountability, and maintain vigilance against modern slavery in all its forms. Our aim is clear: to ensure that our business and supply chain remain fair, transparent, and free from exploitation.